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Publications

AnnuAl RepoRt 2017-18 also highlight the influence of nature on artistic expression so as to develop an understanding of the impact of environment on
The CCRT publications aim at providing an understanding and appreciation of different aspects of Indian art and culture. They

cultural manifestations. On successful participation in the training programmes, the participants are issued these publications
for use in their institutions, nearby schools and public at large.

New Publications

• Mohiniyattam Dance (Cultural Package) , • "Chamba" (Book), • Annual Report (2016-2017), • CCRT Brochure,
• 'Sanskritiki' Magazine
Due to ever growing demand of the cultural packages from the teachers all over India, the following cultural packages were
printed during the year 2017-18.

Reprints (Cultural Packages)
• Manipuri Dance, • Kathak Dance, • Kathakali Dance, • Forts and Palaces of Madhya Pradesh,
• Musical Instruments of India Part-1

CCRT has prepared a folio on "Mohiniyattam Dance" under the guidance of subject matter expert and renowned Mohiniyattam
dancer, Ms. Deepti Omcherry Bhalla. Mohiniyattam literally interpreted as the dance of 'Mohini' - the celestial enchantress of
the Hindu mythology, is the classical solo dance form of Kerala.

CCRT has published a book on 'Chamba' written by Shri Sudarshan Vashisth. The author reminisces about the sweet memories
associated with Chamba, establishment of the town, its folklore, folk dances, festivals, rituals and beliefs, temples, museums,
arts and crafts i.e. Chamba Rumal, Ganjifa painting, traditional jewellery, wall paintings, metal sculpture, inscriptions etc.

Folio on "Mohiniyattam Dance" Book on "Chamba" - building
educational resources

The project of publishing Books - ”Shahron Ki Ankahi Dastaan” (The Untold Story of the Cities) was initiated in the year 2015-16
in a meeting chaired by Shri Pankaj Rag, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Culture.
The following books were under the process of editing for printing in the year 2017-18:-

Sl No. Author’s name City
1. Shri Vimal Kumar Aaranama
2. Shir Rajiv Upadhaya Hamara Saharanpur
3. Dr. Vijay Sewak Suryadeha ka Surat aur Surat Ke Heere
4. Dr. Om Prakash Chalka Seekar
5. Shri Jeevan Singh Thakur Dewas
6. Dr. Indra Lal Verma Champavat ka Sanskritik Vaibhav
7. Shri Mohan Chandra Joshi Pithoragarh
8. Shri Ayodhya Prasad Kumud Kalpi
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